Technologist, Technical Assurance (Maternity Cover)

Burberry; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury fashion brand in the City of London is seeking a professional to ensure technical integrity through rigorous testing and data management. The role requires strong analytical skills and attention to detail, addressing testing standards across product categories. The ideal candidate should have a science-related background, demonstrate professionalism, and possess a passion for the fashion industry. This opportunity offers a collaborative work environment focused on product excellence.

Qualifications

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong credibility and professionalism.
• Genuine passion for the fashion industry and commitment to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze test failures for raw materials and finished products.
• Maintain accurate technical assurance data for product tracking.
• Communicate test failures that represent safety or quality risks.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Education

Solid academic background in a science-related discipline

Job description

INTRODUCTION

At Burberry, we believe creativity opens spaces. Our purpose is to unlock the power of imagination to push boundaries and open new possibilities for our people, our customers and our communities. This is the core belief that has guided Burberry since it was founded in 1856 and is central to how we operate as a company today.

We aim to provide an environment for creative minds from different backgrounds to thrive, bringing a wide range of skills and experiences to everything we do. As a purposeful, values-driven brand, we are committed to being a force for good in the world as well, creating the next generation of sustainable luxury for customers, driving industry change and championing our communities.

JOB PURPOSE

To ensure the technical integrity of raw materials and finished products through rigorous testing and data management. The role acts as a technical authority on testing standards across all product categories (Apparel and Non-Apparel), supporting quality, safety, and compliance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review and analysis of test failures reported weekly for raw materials and finished products.
• Maintenance of accurate technical assurance data for Seasonal Men’s, Women’s and Children’s product trackers.
• Communication to RMM / PE teams any test failures which represent a safety or quality risk.
• Recording test failures and tracking resolution by the RMM / PE teams, vendors/suppliers or accredited testing laboratories as appropriate.
• Providing data to RMM / PE team for root cause analysis of test failures and where required consultation on resolution of failed results.
• Providing the Burberry conditional approval for any appropriate test failures.
• Ensuring accuracy and maintenance of data for Burberry conditional approvals applied to raw materials and finished products.
• Providing technical knowledge and expertise as required e.g. completing periodic reviews of standards conducted annually.
• Ensuring fortnightly data for Burberry conditional approvals is provided to accredited testing laboratories and Burberry China quality team to support the Pre-CIQ process.
• Supporting investigation of any product integrity test failures reported by the Burberry China team and notified to them by AIC or CIQ.
• Working with Burberry cross functional teams, vendors and suppliers to ensure the understanding and implementation of existing and new Technical Assurance testing requirements.
• Effective use of Flex PLM including loading of test reports and maintaining records.
• Actively participate and facilitate Team PDR as needed.
• Support with the management of textiles EPR schemes.

PERSONAL PROFILE

• Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and embraces new challenges with enthusiasm.
• Demonstrates credibility and professionalism when engaging with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Possesses strong numerical and analytical skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Shows a genuine passion for the fashion industry and a commitment to product excellence.
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and focused on delivering high-quality outcomes with a positive attitude.
• Understands global requirements and standards for Technical Assurance Testing across Apparel and Non-Apparel categories.
• Holds a solid academic background in a science-related discipline.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities effectively while maintaining a collaborative, team-oriented approach.

FOOTER

Burberry is an Equal Opportunities Employer and as such, treats all applications equally and recruits purely on the basis of skills and experience.